Di Lu on Duality, Emotional Memory, and the Courage to Let Work Get Messy
Di Lu is a visual designer working between Los Angeles and Beijing. Her practice sits at the intersection of design, culture, and storytelling, spanning typography, books, installations, and digital experiences. Moving between these two cities has shaped both her worldview and her visual language — one grounded in history, responsibility, and depth, the other fueled by experimentation, play, and creative risk. This constant negotiation between cultures shows up in work that feels poetic and emotional, yet bold and slightly off-balance.
Between Mis-Translations and Architecture: The Graphic Art of Yinxue ‘Lucy’ Zou
Yinxue “Lucy” Zou is a Chinese graphic designer and visual artist currently based in North Carolina, working between Raleigh, Boston, and the New York area. Originally trained in architecture, she later completed her MFA in Graphic Design at Boston University. Lucy’s practice spans experimental posters, digital collages, and artist books that explore memory, dreams, migration, and the emotional “grey zones” of living between cities, languages, and identities. Her works often combine blurred photography, layered typography, and abstract forms to create quiet, atmospheric compositions.
Purposeful Typography: Nancy (Xinxuan) Gao
Nancy (Xinxuan) Gao is a multidisciplinary designer with a focus on visual identity and typography. A graduate of ArtCenter College of Design, she discovered her love for branding and font design early on and has been exploring both traditional and digital approaches to design ever since. Whether working with paper or writing code, Nancy enjoys exploring how design can communicate and connect. We asked Nancy about her art, creative process, and inspirations.
Artist Interview: Yating Liu
Yating Liu is a graphic designer specializing in typography and branding, known for her ability to create distinctive typefaces and compelling brand identities. An alumna of the School of Visual Arts, Liu worked with major design firms such as Viacom and Prophet, as well as other top agencies in New York City’s dynamic creative scene. We asked Yating about her art, creative process, and inspirations.
10 Digital Artists: Graphic Design is Art
Graphic design is more than just arranging images and text — it’s a powerful art form that shapes visual culture. From branding and typography to experimental digital compositions, graphic designers use their creativity and technical skills to communicate ideas in striking and meaningful ways. In this article, we’re celebrating ten talented designers who help define graphic design as a form of fine art.
Artist Interview: JJ
Jie Jian (JJ) is a Brooklyn-based artist, graphic designer, and type designer whose work explores racial and gender issues, particularly focusing on Asian female representations in the U.S. She also reflects on the present through the lens of nostalgic childhood experiences. Her projects are often bilingual, designed to bridge communication between Western and Eastern audiences. We asked JJ about her art, creative process, and inspirations.
Artist Interview: Lingyi Kong
Lingyi Kong is a graphic designer, illustrator, and digital designer based in Brooklyn. Her award-winning work blends motion design and creative coding with the art of branding. Her multidisciplinary approach allows her to craft visually compelling and concept-driven projects that bridge traditional art practices with cutting-edge technology. We asked Lingyi about her art, creative process, and inspirations.